A splendid cavalry general's sabre, 2nd half of the 19th century. Outstanding Damascus blade, richly etched and gilded with trophies of war and vines. Custom made, fire-gilded, chiselled hilt is richly decorated in relief, and fitted with two superimposed silver rank stars (brigadier). Bone grip wound with wire (somewhat loose). Steel scabbard with one suspension ring. Comes with a fabric sleeve. Length 95 cm. Deluxe weapon of extraordinarily beautiful craftsmanship. historic, historical object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs, ,

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